Following Covid-19, the majority of the UK public now believe that local volunteers and community organisations deserve more recognition for their actions. We are pleased to share some stories showcasing the positive activity and impact of people and communities engaged with our Charity across Leicestershire and Rutland
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RESILIENCE IN ACTION
BROUGHTON ASTLEY
Broughton Astley Volunteer Group (BAVG) was set up by the community to help and support residents in need during Covid-19
COMMUNITY RESPONSE
DESFORD
Desford Support Group launched a coordinated volunteer response to Covid-19 across every street in the village
GOOD NEIGHBOURS
MARKFIELD
Markfield Good Neighbour Scheme provides coordinated voluntary support across the local community
STARTING A BUSINESS
DEENA'S STORY
With support from Work.Live.Leicestershire Deena has set up her own gardening business
FINDING WORK
JANICE'S STORY
Finding work when not online can be a challenge. We supported Janice through Work.Live.Leicestershire
VOLUNTEERING TO GROW
RITINDER'S STORY
Ritinder took on several volunteering roles to build her skills and confidence in order to find work
LONELY BUT NOT ALONE
LUCY'S STORY
Lucy engaged with our Rural Coffee Connect project to help when her daughter left home
CONFIDENCE TO CONNECT
KATE'S STORY
Kate had recently moved to a new village and was nervous to reach out and connect with her new neighbours
NOT EVERYONE'S ONLINE
MALCOLM'S STORY
Malcolm became disconnected from others when arthritis prevented him using his smart phone